Soft Pumpkin 2166-40 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E2A26E, estimated LRV 43 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Thai Ice Tea from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #E2A26E · 2166-40
Soft Pumpkin
43%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Soft Pumpkin Technical Profile
HEX Code#E2A26E
RGB226, 162, 110
Estimated LRV43.1
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Soft Pumpkin
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soft Pumpkin
#E2A26E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C2BE70
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soft Pumpkin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soft Pumpkin Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Soft Pumpkin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soft Pumpkin have?
Soft Pumpkin by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Soft Pumpkin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Soft Pumpkin are Thai Ice Tea by Behr (a close digital match), Butterscotch Sundae by Valspar (a close digital match), Brioche by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Soft Pumpkin's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Soft Pumpkin?
Soft Pumpkin has a estimated lightness value of 43.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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